Recently graduated with a Creative Arts, Design, Media, Photography, Music, Film, English, Performing Arts or similar degree and looking for a career where your skills can make a real difference?

Protocol Education is working with schools across Keynsham and the surrounding areas to recruit enthusiastic, imaginative and compassionate graduates for Learning Support Assistant and Classroom Support roles starting in January 2027.

This isn't about teaching your degree subject. It's about using the creative, interpersonal and problem-solving skills you've developed throughout your studies to help children succeed in the classroom.

Schools are increasingly looking for graduates who can think differently, build positive relationships and engage children in creative and meaningful ways, especially those who may need additional support with confidence, communication or learning.

Why Creative Graduates Thrive in Schools

Your degree has given you a unique skillset that schools genuinely value:

Creativity and innovative thinking
Strong communication and presentation skills
Relationship-building and teamwork
Problem-solving and adaptability
❤️ Empathy, emotional intelligence and resilience
Confidence motivating and engaging others
The ability to explain ideas in different ways
Initiative and a positive, proactive attitude

These qualities are particularly valuable when supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH needs, low confidence or barriers to learning.

What You'll Be Doing

✅ Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
✅ Helping children access learning and stay engaged in lessons
✅ Encouraging confidence, independence and positive behaviours
✅ Supporting children with additional learning or emotional needs
✅ Building positive relationships with pupils and staff
✅ Using creative approaches to overcome barriers to learning
✅ Assisting teachers with classroom activities and learning support

No two days are the same, but every day offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Why Choose Protocol Education?

Flexible opportunities to suit your career goals
£92-£94 per day
Weekly PAYE pay
Opportunities in local schools close to home
Free CPD and professional development training
Dedicated consultants who understand graduate career pathways
Long-term and permanent opportunities available
Valuable experience for careers in education, psychology, social work, counselling and youth support
£50 Refer-a-Friend Bonus

About You

✔️ Degree in a creative subject or related field
✔️ Friendly, approachable and confident communicating with others
✔️ Creative thinker who enjoys finding solutions
✔️ Passionate about supporting children and young people
✔️ Adaptable, resilient and willing to learn
✔️ Interested in education, child development or support work
✔️ Experience working with children is beneficial but not essential

What We Need to Clear You

• Passport or proof of Right to Work in the UK
• Two proofs of address
• A CV covering the last 10 years of work or education, with any gaps explained
• References covering the last 2 years
• An overseas police check if you've lived abroad for 3 months or more in the past 5 years

Don't worry if that sounds like a lot. We'll guide you through every step of the process.

Use Your Creativity to Change Lives

Your degree has equipped you with far more than subject knowledge. If you're creative, adaptable and passionate about helping others, you could have exactly the skills schools are looking for.

Apply today to start your journey in education and discover how your creative background can make a lasting impact in the classroom.